Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Burlington, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Burlington, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Patient Population: Primarily Medical-Surgical (MS) on a telemetry-capable unit
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5-6
• Schedule: Every Other Weekend (EOW) / Every Other Holiday (EOH)
• Must float to all campuses as needed for patient care

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Minimum 1 year of telemetry experience, with telemetry experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Medication Administration Badge (MAB)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in North Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Pass/Fail Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required (must score 82% or higher; 2 attempts allowed)
• EPIC electronic health record experience required
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., NIH Stroke Certification for MS/Tele units)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Social Security Card for badge issuance
• Background check within 60 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification (Associate’s degree in nursing or higher required)
• Transcript or diploma may be required for verification
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine proof
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination proof
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination proof
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption
• Fit mask test (N95 respirator) completed within current calendar year and updated annually
• Physical exam may be required depending on agency

Testing & Orientation

• EPIC test required with passing score (80% or higher)
• Pass/Fail EKG exam required for all RNs (except Behavioral Health or Case Managers)
• Orientation Safety Manual acknowledgment required
• Floating policy acknowledgment required (must float to all campuses)
• Contractor Equipment Acknowledgement form required

Scheduling & Work Policies

• Strict zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Flexible scheduling required
• Must complete all compliance tasks by deadlines prior to start date

References & Work History

• Two supervisory references required from clinical assignments within the last 24 months (one within 12 months)
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history required
• Verification of all employment within last 5 years required through third-party vendor

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be aware of and agree to all job requirements and policies before submission
• Candidates must submit a professional badge photo meeting strict facility guidelines (no selfies, no filters, business casual or uniform attire, solid color background)
• Fingerprinting required only for Home Health and Long-Term Care positions (not applicable here)

This position offers an opportunity for experienced RNs to work in a telemetry-capable medical-surgical unit with a supportive team environment and a structured schedule. First-time travel nurses are encouraged to apply.